Intractable orbicularis myokymia: treatment alternatives

Ophthalmic Surg. 1989 Apr;20(4):280-3.

Abstract

Orbicularis myokymia frequently occurs in young, otherwise health individuals. The intermittent muscle fasciculations are transient and generally disappear with time. If the myokymia is persistent or progressive, neurologic assessment and investigation may be necessary. Muscle relaxants, botulinum-A toxin, and surgical myectomy are methods of treatment that only occasionally need to be considered. We present limited orbicularis myectomy and botulinum-A toxin injections as efficacious treatments in five selected intractable cases of orbicularis myokymia.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Botulinum Toxins / therapeutic use
  • Fasciculation / surgery*
  • Fasciculation / therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Oculomotor Muscles*

Substances

  • Botulinum Toxins